The only thing better than warmer weather is a clean house and a fresh start. I love the feeling of having a clean, clutter-free, functional home, inside and out. One of the things I struggle with, though, is cleaning in a way that is chemical-free and safe for the whole family. I would love to share with you some way I clean using safe homemade cleaners and few few tricks for the tough spots.

 

The kitchen is the kingdom for any woman who loves to cook. I hope one day I’m that woman but, for now I pop in there every once in a while. Even though I don’t spend  ton of time cooking my kitchen still gets dirty.

Chemical-free cleaning for the kitchen

Basic kitchen and counter cleaner recipe :

• 3/4 cup distilled water
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 20-30 drops tea tree essential oil

The Fridge:

• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 10 drops of lemon essential oil

Stainless Steel Cleaner:

• 1/4 cup of vinegar
• 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol
• 10 drops lemon essential oil

 

 

The Bathroom is one of the easiest spots to get dirty in our house, especially when you’re potty training. Sometimes I feel like I have to clean the bathroom everyday. Luckily with these chemical free cleaners it’s not a big deal and it gets the job done.

Chemical-free cleaning for the bathroom

Toilet Cleaner :

• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 10 drops of eucalyptus essential oil

Surface Cleaner:

• 1 cup vinegar
• 1 cup distilled water
• 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol
• 10 drops of lavender & 10 drops of lemon essential oil

Daily Shower Cleaner:

• 1/4 cup of vinegar
• 1/4 cup liquid Castile soap
• 5 drops of orange  & 5 drops of peppermint essential oil

 

 

Now on to the living room which is probably one of the most used spots in our home and the messiest too! It’s also one of my favorite spots to clean because, I feel like it brings peace to my mind and my home. Here are a few secret recipes to help keep your living room looking good and smelling nice.

Chemical-free cleaning for the living room

Wood floor Cleaner :

• 2 cups distilled water
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 10 drops of orange & 10 drops of lemon essential oil

Room Spray:

• 3/4 cup distilled water
• 1/4 cup witch hazel
• 10 drops of lavender & 10 drops of lemon essential oil

Dust Cloths:

• 1 cup distilled water
• 1 cup vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
•  20 drops of lemon  & 10 drops of peppermint essential oil

What are some of your favorite cleaning secrets?